Head Start Early Childhood Teacher - Bloomington

About the role

Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc. (HACAP) is a dynamic nonprofit organization committed to enhancing the lives of families and individuals in our communities across nine counties. We believe in the power of collaboration, working alongside for-profit businesses, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and local community members to create stronger, healthier communities.

Responsibilities

The Head Start Early Childhood Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining a nurturing and supportive early childhood educational experience for participating children and families. The position oversees the daily implementation of all Head Start standards in the educational classroom operation.

Qualifications

• Current State of Iowa Early Childhood Teacher License (target qualification)
• AA in Early Childhood Education (minimum qualification)
• Valid Driver's License
• Valid Car Insurance
• Clearance by the Iowa Department of Human Services on child abuse and criminal checks prior to hire and resubmit every two (2) years
• Pass a pre-employment health examination and subsequent health examinations every three (3) years thereafter
• Receive clearance through National FBI fingerprint checks; fingerprints must be submitted for national check prior to hire or start date at the center; resubmit every four (4) years
• Please attach any trainings/transcripts/or diplomas to your application

Benefits

• Paid Time Off and 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Short-Term Disability (After 1 Year of Employment)
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dental (Voluntary Coverage)
• Voluntary Insurance Plans
• Health and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Life, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Retirement Savings Options: Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) or 403(b) plan with a generous company match of or up to 9.44% of your gross wage
• Corporate Advantage Partnership Education Program with Mount Mercy and Upper Iowa University

Pay

$24.0